Former India cricketer Saba Karim praised Washington Sundar as India's standout performer in an otherwise disappointing showing against New Zealand in the Pune Test, with Sundar's impressive 11-wicket haul offering hope for his future role in the Test side.

Washington Sundars sister, Shailaja Sundar, reflects on his incredible journey in Test cricket, praising his dedication, resilience, and career-best 7/59 against New Zealand. She urges fans to let Washington carve his own path without comparisons to legends.

Gautam Gambhir who was behind the decision had also emphasised the off-spinner all-rounder’s role, particularly against the left-handed batters in the NZ ranks

Washington Sundar emerged as Indian bowling's lone warrior in the 2nd Test vs New Zealand. The off-spinner has picked 10 wickets so far in both innings.

The Indian bowlers had a good opening day of the Pune Test in the field as Washington Sundar, who replaced Kuldeep Yadav in the XI, spearheaded a phenomenal charge with figures of 7/59. On winning the toss, New Zealand chose to bat first. Ravichandran Ashwin provided early success to Team India in the form of Tom Latham’s wicket (15).

In the second Test against New Zealand, India's Washington Sundar delivered a stellar performance, claiming seven wickets and leading the bowling attack. He highlighted Rachin Ravindra's dismissal as a key moment.

Washington Sundar made a remarkable return to Test Cricket after three years by dismantling the New Zealand batting order.

New Zealand has been spun out for 259 and Washington Sundar grabbed a career-best 7-59 for India on day one of the second test in Pune.

New Zealand were bowled out for 259 in their first innings on day one of the second test against India in Pune on Thursday.